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Birmingham wins $400,000 DNR grant for Booth Park improvements; state rules shape scope and timeline
Summary
Staff told the Birmingham Parks and Recreation Board they secured a $400,000 grant from the state Department of Natural Resources for Booth Park entry plaza and trail work, but the project timeline will shift into fiscal year 2025–26 and the grant carries specific eligibility requirements and signage obligations.
The Birmingham Parks and Recreation Board was told on Jan. 14 that the city has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for the Booth Park entry plaza and trail improvements, and that certain grant requirements and permitting will shape what the fund will cover.
"Exciting about the grant — $400,000 grant," said a staff presenter at the meeting, and staff later identified the state DNR as the funding source. Carrie Laird, parks and recreation manager, said staff will meet with the grant coordinator to review the project…
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